Elizabeth Stays at Netherfield

Elizabeth remains at Netherfield to care for Jane, enduring the condescending company of Miss Bingley and Mrs. Hurst. The sisters mock her country manners, while Darcy finds himself increasingly intrigued by her. A lively debate ensues about the definition of an 'accomplished woman,' with Darcy setting an impossibly high standard. Elizabeth wittily challenges him, and their verbal sparring reveals a growing intellectual and emotional connection, even as they maintain their outward antagonism. Miss Bingley's jealousy of Elizabeth becomes more apparent.